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Design Matters: Planning Dry Utilities for Higher-Density Communities As housing affordability remains a major focus across Utah, residential developments are becoming denser than they were just a few years ago. According to Ben Duzett, Site Civil Residential Department Manager at FOCUS Consulting, that shift is changing how communities are designed and making early dry utility […]

Canyon Park is a 79-lot single-family residential development located on approximately 23.5 acres in Orem, Utah. The project transformed a former business park into a new neighborhood, requiring the demolition of two large commercial buildings and a large parking lot before development could begin. Building Community Support FOCUS developed multiple concept plans and worked closely […]

This project represents a complete reimagining of a single-story rambler into a two-story modern mountain home. Through a substantial rear addition, a new upper level, and a full interior and exterior redesign, the residence was transformed into a space that supports modern living while offering long-term flexibility for a growing family. The original home measured […]

Bradford R. Houston Design Studio is known for creating timeless, beautiful homes defined by a high level of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and enduring architectural character. Rooted in the classical traditions, the firm approaches each project with the goal of designing homes that feel both personal and lasting. These are spaces that not only meet […]

Flagship Homes is founded on the belief that home ownership should be attainable without compromising quality. From first-time buyers to families ready to move up, Flagship delivers homes that balance affordability, thoughtful design, and lasting value. Their projects prioritize not only curb appeal and craftsmanship, but also the creation of connected, welcoming, and enduring communities. […]

Design Matters: The Importance of Master Planning in a Down Market The housing market is cyclical, with unpredictable peaks and valleys. For residential developers, those slowdowns can feel daunting, but they also create opportunities. At FOCUS Engineering & Surveying, Site Civil Residential department manager Ben Duzett explains why downturns are the right time to invest […]

This unique project features a 1,000-square-foot detached pool house located above a large underground sports court. The client envisioned a multi-functional indoor/outdoor space combining recreation and entertainment for their family and future grandchildren, featuring a half basketball court, a full-sized pickleball court, an elevator, and a tunnel connecting this structure to the main residence.   […]

Building Success in Utah’s Housing Market Lennar, one of the nation’s leading homebuilders, has seen substantial growth in Utah over the past year. This success was highlighted by Michael Gillett, VP of Operations for Lennar’s Utah division, who emphasized the company’s core values of Quality, Value, and Integrity. “Our goal is to build homes that […]

Panorama Mixed-Use Development Panorama is a mixed-use development in Herriman, Utah. It spans 555 acres and will include a variety of residential, recreational, and commercial spaces. The development features 1,300 units, including townhomes, apartments, single-family homes, and commercial properties—all complemented by parks, trails, and village-style planning. FOCUS Engineering & Surveying provided site civil, survey, and […]

Parkway Fields Residential Development Parkway Fields is a large residential development project spanning more than 150 acres in Eagle Mountain, Utah. The development, which is designed to help meet the growing need for quality, affordable homes, is being constructed by Lennar, with FOCUS providing surveying, structural and site civil engineering, construction staking, and CAD services […]